Description

GrowNYC's Governors Island Teaching Garden is a 21,000 square foot urban farm that aims to engage, excite, and educate its visitors in all aspects of urban farming. Field trips are available from May-June & October-November for NYC students (K-12), and July - September for summer camp students who have the opportunity to plant, water, harvest, and taste the garden's wide array of vegetables, herbs, and fruits.

Please Note: Field trips to Governors Island Teaching Garden require a 10-15 minute ferry ride that departs promptly at 10:00am and 11:00am from the Battery Maritime Building. The garden is a 15-to-20-minute walk from the ferry.

Registration for Summer 2025 is now open!

By booking a field trip below, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to follow our policies: Find our frequently asked questions here, as well as a map of Governors Island here!

Lunch Notes

There are picnic tables in the garden for classes to eat their packed lunches as well as picnic spots surrounding the Teaching Garden. GrowNYC does not provide lunch, students must bring their own lunch. Teachers and chaperones are asked to assist with sorting waste from lunches (garbage, recycling, and compost).

Bathroom Notes

There are two portable toilets in the garden. Bathrooms with plumbing are available in the Battery Maritime Building in Manhattan, and on Governors Island next to the ferry dock.

Cancellation Policy

You must cancel at least two weeks in advance of your trip.